1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
Model | XJS | 750 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2160 mm |