1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 143 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJS | 411 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |