1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 354 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Lamborghini Countach | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Countach | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |