1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 33 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2007 Lexus LS 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. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Countach | LS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 374 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 84 L |