1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C 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 197 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | XJS | 700C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1950 mm |
