1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 371 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countach | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 133 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 | 1320 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
