1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 347 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
| Model | XJR | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 24 L |
