1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
