2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 785 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XKR | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
