1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 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 347 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 30 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 120 L |
