1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage 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 Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 680 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Virage | Countach |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
