1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 148 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 245 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
