1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 6 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 228 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 150 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Countach | 260 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |