2007 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 29 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
