1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
