2003 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 29 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 205 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 530 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
