2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 934 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJ | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
