2000 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | Countach |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
