1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | DeVille | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
