2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3080 mm |
