1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK VIII | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
