2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1961 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 834 kg more than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 XJR (525 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1961 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Jaguar | Riley |
| Model | XJR | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
