1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 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 186 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 451 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Exige |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 237 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 | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
