1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 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 254 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 370 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A 90 | Countach |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 374 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 120 L |