Lamborghini Countach LP500S

Let alone the originally proposed 200 mph target, Countach again and again let down motor journalists whenever testing against the clock. The LP400S was probably slower than 160 mph, that is, much inferior to its predecessor, the aerodynamic superior Miura. However, due to the financial uncertainty (Ferruccio Lamborghini sold his company just before Countach launched, then the company changed hands frequently), a new Countach was not born until 1982.

Also known as LP5000S in America, LP500S got an upgraded engine, now displaced at 4754 c.c. by increasing 3.5 mm bore and 7 mm stroke. As much as 302 lbft of torque was available at 4,500 rpm, though tougher emission control prevented the power from exceeding 375 hp. This V12 surely improved the disappointed performance - top speed rose to about 165 mph, while 0-60 mph was down to 5.6 sec.

There were no much changes in other aspect. The body was virtually the same as LP400S, although the roof was raised by 30 mm for more headroom.



Specifications:

Year of production: 1982 - 1984
Number made: 321
Layout: Mid-engined, Rwd
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
Chassis: Steel tubular space frame chassis, aluminium body panels
Engine: V12, dohc, 2v/cyl.
Capacity: 4754 c.c.
Power: 375 hp
Torque: 302 lbft
Weight: -
Top Speed: 164 mph (est.)
0-60 mph: 5.6 sec