1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 2300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3157 mm |
