1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 340 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 120 L |
