1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 333 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2460 mm |
