1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Impala | XJ |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |