2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 455 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
