1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Sedan | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |
