1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 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 214 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 133 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 31 L |
