2009 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
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2009 BMW M6 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M6 | Countach |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |