2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
| Model | XJR | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |
