1990 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP) has 688 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR-11 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
