1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 51 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
