1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, both 1974 Holden Statesman and 1974 Lamborghini Countach were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Holden Statesman 1974 Lamborghini Countach
Make Holden Lamborghini
Model Statesman Countach
Year Released 1974 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5042 cc 4753 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 238 HP 420 HP
Torque 427 Nm 411 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2460 mm


 

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