1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 164 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 162 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 (411 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Countach | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
