1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ6 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
