1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2004 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jaguar |
| Model | Electrina | XJ |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3170 mm |
