2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 284 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 Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
