1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2752 mm |
