1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 104 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GTE | Countach |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 93 L |
