1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 183 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 389 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK 10 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
