1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 302 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Countach | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 58 L |
