1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 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 273 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Lamborghini | Vauxhall |
Model | Countach | Carlton |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |