1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1199 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
