1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1965 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
