2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Expedition | Countach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
