1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2600 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
