2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XK | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |