1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 507 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJR | Miura |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 77 L |
