1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 632 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Countach | Milan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |
