1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
