1999 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 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), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 132 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Diablo | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 605 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 313 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 | 1452 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
