1963 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra 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 149 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Countach |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
