1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | XJS | 500D |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
