2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Caravelle has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
