1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ6 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
