2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 1023 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
| Model | XJ220 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
