2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1977 Lancia Scorpion
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion 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) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1977 Lancia Scorpion | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | R-D6 | Scorpion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
