1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1973 Opel Kadett

To start off, both 1973 Lamborghini Countach and 1973 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 324 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 536 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (365 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lamborghini Countach 1973 Opel Kadett
Make Lamborghini Opel
Model Countach Kadett
Year Released 1973 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 51 HP
Torque 365 Nm 80 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 61 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 43 L


 

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