1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 631 kg more than 1974 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Charger | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 1330 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3157 mm |
