1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 653 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
Model | Flying Star | XF |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3939 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |