1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
| Model | Cutlass | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3157 mm |
