1968 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Century | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Century | XF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
