1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJR-15 | 600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |