2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 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 174 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
