2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 344 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK | Countach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 294 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
