1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Countach |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 534 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 | 1820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
