Italy vs Italy — 1966 vs 1974
| Miura P400 SV | Countach LP500 S | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 385 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 302 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,929 cc | 4,754 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | 5.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 180 mph | 183 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | 13.4 sec |
| Weight | 2,601 lbs | 3,285 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,504 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Length | 4,370 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Units Produced | 764 | 1,999 |
| Original MSRP | $20,000 | $99,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $4,000,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV brings lighter weight, greater rarity to the table, and the 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP500 S answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Lamborghini has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV with the 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP500 S highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV producing 385 hp and the 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP500 S delivering 375 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lamborghini Miura uses a V12 DOHC (Bizzarrini) displacing 3,929 cc, while the Lamborghini Countach relies on a V12 DOHC (Lamborghini V12) with 4,754 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP500 S edges ahead at 5.2 seconds versus 5.8 seconds. The Lamborghini Miura carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 684 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV commands a significant premium over the 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP500 S, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.