1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Countach |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |
