1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 120 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 90 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
