1987 Honda Legend vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Legend | Countach |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
