1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 34 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | M3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |
