1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Sedan | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3040 mm |
