1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | DeVille | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
