1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 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 245 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 42 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Countach | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
