1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Monte Carlo | XK |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |