2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XKR | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
