1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
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, 2008 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
