2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
