1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 38 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 590 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | 640 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
