1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1987 Opel Monza 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 260 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Monza weights approximately 120 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Countach | Monza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
