1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 490 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 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 355 Spider | Countach |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
