1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 166 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Countach | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 574 Nm |
| 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 | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
