1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1450 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3910 mm |
