1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Countach | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2752 mm |
