1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 736 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | Lancia 037 | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
