1970 ZIL 114 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1970 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 ZIL 114 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | ZIL | Jaguar |
| Model | 114 | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3175 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 2752 mm |
