1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sovereign | SS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |