2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
