2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
Model | S-Type | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |