1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
Model | XJS | P 70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |