1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
