1969 Buick GS vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | GS | Countach |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
