1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 1973 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
