1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 23 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mercury Tracer, 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 (411 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Countach | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
