1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 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 306 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Countach 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Countach Corolla
Year Released 1974 1979
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 374 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2410 mm


 

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