1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. 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 (411 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Marcos |
| Model | Countach | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
