1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
