1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Countach | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
