1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 410 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
Model | Countach | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |