1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 27 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | XJ |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |