1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | XJS | 500D |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
