2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 765 kg more than 1967 ZAZ 966. 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 (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Jaguar | ZAZ |
| Model | XF | 966 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |
