2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 473 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | S-Type | Countach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
