1995 BMW S3 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | S3 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
