1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 772 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1963 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1963 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJR | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |