1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Countach 2008 Nissan Maxima
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model Countach Maxima
Year Released 1974 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 374 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 73.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 260 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 70 L


 

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