1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 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 209 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.

Because 1974 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Countach 2007 Nissan Altima
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model Countach Altima
Year Released 1974 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 374 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 73 L


 

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