2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (409 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
