1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 453 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
