1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 340 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countach | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
