1966 Fiat Dino vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 Fiat Dino. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Dino | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Dino | XJS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |