1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD 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 321 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 325 kg more than 1950 MG TD. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Countach | TD |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
