1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Break | XJS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
