1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 514 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1973 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1973 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Countach | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Countach | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 183 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |