1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 350 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Countach | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |
