1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Countach | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 454 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3580 mm |
