2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 77 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XK | VIP |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |