1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
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 XKR (542 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | XKR | Velox |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
