1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (390 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Countach | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
