2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six 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 (410 HP) has 302 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | XF | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
