2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 264 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 | 1599 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |
