1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 547 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Countach | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 426 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2852 mm |
