1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 24 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 234 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Project Vantage | Countach |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1554 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
