2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
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 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
