1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Windsor | XJS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
