1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 41 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (505 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | XJR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| 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 | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
