1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1967 ZAZ 966 is newer by 8 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 (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 733 kg more than 1967 ZAZ 966. 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Jaguar | ZAZ |
Model | XK | 966 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 886 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |