2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 915 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKR | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XKR | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
