1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Zastava 1500 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 (217 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Zastava 1500. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1967 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | XJS | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
