1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 183 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XKR |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
