2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (43 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1303. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XF | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
