1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Comodoro | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
