2009 BMW 135 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 31 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 74 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 135 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
