1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Autobianchi | Jaguar |
Model | Bianchina | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 82 L |