1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 14 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 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm). This means 1966 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 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 |
