1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 2300 | XF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
