1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
