1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 27 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 177 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Countach | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
