2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 559 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | XJ | Velox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
