1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 200 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 512 BB | Countach |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3929 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
