1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 211 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 85 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Countach | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 47 L |
