2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |
