1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 229 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 146 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (365 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Countach |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
