1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
