1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 269 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Countach |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
