1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 159 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 185 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 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
