1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 256 kg more than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jaguar |
| Model | Belvedere | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3157 mm |
