1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
