1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 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.
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1959 Abarth 750 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 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 | 535 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |