1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 48 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Countach | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
