2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XF | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
