2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XKR | Countach |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
