1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S 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 189 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 928 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
Model | XJS | 850S |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |