1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 232 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK 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 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Break | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
