1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | 950 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2880 mm |
