1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 980 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | 950 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2920 mm |
