1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
| Model | XK | 650T |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1850 mm |
