1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countach | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
