2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ | Miura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 93 L |
