1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 14 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 (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 265 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Testarossa | Countach |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
