1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 573 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | XF |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2908 mm |