1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 400 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Jaguar XK | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XK | Miura |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |