1969 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Seat | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | XF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2908 mm |
