1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
