Lamborghini Countach: Defining the Supercar

The Countach is an automotive masterpiece that changed the game. Introduced in the early ’70s and evolving through the ’80s, the Countach was more than a car. Its name, a Piedmontese exclamation of astonishment, perfectly captures the reaction it elicited from onlookers. With its sharply angled, wedge-shaped body and scissor doors, the Countach looked unlike anything else (via Lamborghini).

Powered by a robust V12 engine, the Countach was a beast on the road. Certainly, its performance was as striking as its appearance, with the ability to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just over five seconds. Additionally, the car’s wide, low stance not only contributed to its aggressive look but also enhanced its handling and stability at high speeds. The Countach generally changed the way that we looked at extremely exotic cars.