1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT
To start off, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 176 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XK | 350 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |