1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. 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 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar XJ | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XJ | P5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |