1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 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 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | 230 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3060 mm |
