1999 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 22 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
