2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 849 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XJ | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
