1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 37 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 176 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 620 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2011 BMW 730 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. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | 730 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |
