1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 713 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Lancia 037 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
