1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 199 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | CLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
