1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne 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 128 more horse power than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (292 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 493 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (411 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Lucerne. (390 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Lucerne. 2011 Buick Lucerne 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 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Buick |
| Model | Countach | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2936 mm |
