1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 15 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), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 2 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XK | Miura |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |