1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB4 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
