2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 974 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. 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 XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1962 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1962 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 843 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 | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 38 L |
