1950 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Buick 40 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | 40 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4065 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |
