2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 140 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | S-Type | Countach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
