1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
