2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
