1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XJS | LM |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 169 L |