1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley 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) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Morris Cowley. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
| Model | Countach | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1489 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 |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 52 L |
