1968 Saab Sonett vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1968 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Saab Sonett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Saab Sonett | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Saab | Jaguar |
| Model | Sonett | XF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2909 mm |
