1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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 (411 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti A 40 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
