1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 240 kg more than 2011 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | New Yorker | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2751 mm |
