2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 524 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. 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 XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
