1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
