2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJ6 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
