1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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 187 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 882 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Countach | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |
