2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Moretti |
| Model | XJ | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2160 mm |
