1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 893 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJS | LM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
