1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ6 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
