1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
