1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 227 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 194 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, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (365 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | 300S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
