1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Countach | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 205 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 | 1326 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
