1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 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 188 more horse power than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 70 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Countach | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2703 mm |
