1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1955 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1955 Moretti 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1955 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
| Model | XJS | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
