1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Countach | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |