1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Panoz Esperante.
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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
Model | Countach | Esperante |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 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 | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |