1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Impala | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
