1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 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 155 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 439 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti Q45. 1999 Infiniti Q45 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. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lamborghini |
| Model | Q45 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
