1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Berline | XF |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |