1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
