1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
| Model | XJS | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
