1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Countach | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
