1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 580 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental. 1979 Lincoln Continental 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. 1979 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
| Model | Countach | Continental |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2990 mm |
