1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 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 225 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 260 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XJS | Countach |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |