1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJS | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
