1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XJS | Victor |
Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |