1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 28 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 260 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Countach 1969 Lamborghini Islero
Make Lamborghini Lamborghini
Model Countach Islero
Year Released 1974 1969
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 3928 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 374 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 260 km/hour 260 km/hour
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 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 93 L


 

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