2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |
