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Lamborghini Countach LP 400 S

General information

ModelLamborghini Countach LP 400 S
Year1977
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3929 ccm (239.75 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement3929 ccm (239.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power380.20 PS (280 kW or 375 HP) at 8000 Rev. per min.
Max torque361.00 Nm (36.8 kgf-m or 266.3 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 62.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed264.0 km/h (164.0 mph)
0-50 miles4.9 seconds
0-60 miles6.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2775 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4920 litres (1,300 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 280 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1370 kg (3,020.3 pounds)
Overall length4150 mm (163.4 inches)
Overall width1900 mm (74.8 inches)
Overall height1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2460 mm (96.9 inches)
Fuel capacity120.0 litres (31.70 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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