1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
Model | Cutlass | XJ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |