1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Countach | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
