1999 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 21 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740.
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 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
