1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1965 Moretti Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 910 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
Model | XK | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |