2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 590 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 (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | CTS | Countach |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 260 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 | 1790 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
