1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 689 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR-11 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
