1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Countach | Defender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
