1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 595 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 87 L |
