1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
