1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (365 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 135 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |
