1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 22 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (377 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F355 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
