1974 AMC Matador vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 AMC Matador | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Matador | Countach |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 375 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 387 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 62 mm |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |