1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 825 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | 125 | XK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
