1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | XJS | Flavia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |