1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 8V | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
