1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 876 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
Model | XJS | 440 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |