1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 35 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Countach |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
