2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (201 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (380 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
