1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 700 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
