1990 BMW 518 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 16 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 40 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 518 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
