1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider Riviera | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 832 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 71 L |
