2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lumina | Countach |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
