1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJR | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
