Lamborghini Countach

  Lamborghini Countach is popular in both Italy and Germany


Lamborghini Countach – The Poster Car of a Generation

Overview

The Lamborghini Countach (produced 1974–1990) is one of the most iconic supercars in history. It replaced the Miura and defined Lamborghini’s wild, wedge-shaped design language that influenced nearly every Lambo that followed.

Its name “Countach” comes from a Piedmontese Italian exclamation of astonishment, roughly meaning “Wow!” — fitting for a car that left jaws on the floor worldwide.

Engine & Performance

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

  • Engine: Naturally aspirated V12 (various displacements over the years)

    • Early models: 3.9L V12 (~375 hp)

    • Later models: Up to 5.2L V12 with 455 hp (Countach 5000 QV & 25th Anniversary edition)

  • Transmission: 5-speed manual

  • Performance (varied by model):

    • 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): ~5.0 seconds (fast for the era)

    • Top speed: ~290–310 km/h (180–193 mph)

At the time, these numbers made the Countach one of the fastest road cars in the world.

Design & Styling

  • Designed by Marcello Gandini at Bertone.

  • Introduced the “Italian wedge” shape – sharp angles, low stance, scissor doors (first production car to use them).

  • Huge rear tires, flared wheel arches, and later models featured the famous massive rear wing.

  • Rear visibility was notoriously poor, making reversing a challenge (owners often sat on the sill to look behind).

The Countach’s radical look made it the ultimate bedroom poster car of the 70s and 80s.

Variants Over the Years

  1. LP400 (1974–1978): The purest wedge design, slim body, 3.9L V12.

  2. LP400 S (1978–1982): Wider body, flared arches, optional rear wing.

  3. LP500 S (1982–1985): Larger 4.8L V12.

  4. 5000 Quattrovalvole (QV) (1985–1988): 5.2L V12 with four valves per cylinder.

  5. 25th Anniversary Edition (1988–1990): Restyled by Horacio Pagani (yes, the Pagani founder) with more aggressive lines and cooling ducts.

Interior & Features

  • Compact and very driver-focused.

  • Spartan compared to modern Lambos, with minimal electronics.

  • Difficult ergonomics (tiny pedals, hot cabin), but that rawness is part of its charm.

Legacy

  • The Countach defined the supercar image: low, wide, extreme, and impractical but jaw-droppingly exciting.

  • It cemented Lamborghini’s reputation for outrageous design.

  • Collectors now pay millions for rare early LP400 models.

  • In 2021, Lamborghini revived the name with the Countach LPI 800-4, a modern hybrid homage based on the Sián.

 In short: The Lamborghini Countach wasn’t just a car — it was a cultural icon. Its futuristic design, screaming V12, and poster-worthy looks made it the ultimate dream car of the 70s and 80s, and its DNA still runs through every Lamborghini today.


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