2009 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 32 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1977 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1977 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 BMW 335 1977 Lamborghini Countach
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 335 Countach
Year Released 2009 1977
Body Type Coupe Coupe
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 282 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 264 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 120 L