1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 483 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Berline | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
