1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 9 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 150 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Portofino | Countach |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
