1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1111 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | GMC |
| Model | Countach | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
