1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | MK VIII | Countach |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |