2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 2008 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Cala has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Cala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK8 | Cala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
