1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 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 132 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
Model | XJS | 1500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |