1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 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 109 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 290 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Countach | 350Z |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |