2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 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 276 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 965 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. 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 (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1800 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 | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XKR | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 27 L |
