1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 306 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Lancia 037 | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
