2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Toyota Century

To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XJ 1968 Toyota Century
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJ Century
Year Released 2002 1968
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3248 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6350 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2870 mm