1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1965 Moretti 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
| Model | XK8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
