2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
