1968 Jaguar XJ-13 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJ-13 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4990 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
