1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 326 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
