1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 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 199 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | XJS | 750 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
