1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. 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 XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Innocenti 950 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
Model | 950 | XK |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |