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Lamborghini Countach S1

ClassicLamborghini
375 hp
Horsepower
1065 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
1971
Year

Lamborghini Countach S1 (Classic)

The Lamborghini Countach S1 is the raw, early-production form of one of the most iconic supercars ever built. With its wedge-shaped Bertone styling, dramatic proportions, and fire-breathing V12, it captures the look and feel of Lamborghini’s original poster car era before the Countach became even more extreme in later guises.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 4.0L naturally aspirated 60° V12, mid-mounted longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~375 hp (280 kW)

  • Redline: ~7,500 rpm

  • Transmission: 5-speed manual

  • Weight: ~1,065 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,140 mm long × 1,998 mm wide × 1,070 mm tall

  • Tires: Period-correct performance road tires on classic cast wheels

  • Brakes: Ventilated discs with period road-car calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Countach S1 is a wild, analog supercar that demands commitment from the driver. It has the sharp-edged personality of an early exotic: heavy controls, limited driver aids, and a chassis that rewards smoothness more than aggression. Compared to modern supercars, it feels narrow on the edge, with a rear end that can step out quickly if you get greedy with throttle or provoke it mid-corner.

Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V12 is the star of the show, delivering a hard-edged mechanical howl that builds into a classic Italian wail at high rpm. Low-end torque is modest by modern standards, so the car likes to be kept on the cam and driven with momentum. The soundtrack is rich, loud, and unmistakably vintage Lamborghini.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Quick steering response, but the front end can feel nervous if you turn in too abruptly.

  • Traction: Rear grip is limited by the era, so wheelspin on exit is easy to provoke.

  • Braking: Strong for its time, though not remotely as confidence-inspiring as a modern GT car.

  • Top Speed: Respectable for a classic supercar, especially once it gets into the upper rev range.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it like a momentum car. Use smooth inputs, avoid sudden weight transfers, and prioritize exit speed over late braking heroics. It shines on flowing, technical circuits where the driver can keep it balanced and on the boil.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Countach S1 is pure 1970s automotive theater — low, angular, and unforgettable from every angle. The signature scissor doors, wide stance, and razor-sharp body lines make it one of the most recognizable cars in the sim, even before the engine starts singing.

For drivers who love old-school supercars with attitude, the Lamborghini Countach S1 delivers an unforgettable mix of style, speed, and barely-contained chaos.