1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 127 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 469 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | Sovereign | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2803 mm |