1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1245 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 750 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
