1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 493 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach 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:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Countach | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 313 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 | 1320 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3157 mm |
