2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2003 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 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 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10.
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, 2003 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B 10 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B 10 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 490 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 | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
