2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (374 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 445 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 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 550 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |
