1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 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 258 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Elise |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| 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 | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
