1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJR | Countach |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
