1991 BMW M12 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 13 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M12 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
