1977 Holden Statesman vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 345 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Statesman | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Countach |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
