1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Countach | A8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2992 mm |
