1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 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 256 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 110 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 120 L |
