1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 974 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
Model | Miura | XJ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |