1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJS | Espada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
