2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
Model | XJ | Miura |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |