2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | R-D6 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
