1970 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 161 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Jarama | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
