1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 469 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
