1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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 BMW Isetta | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Isetta | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 291 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2600 mm |