2005 GAZ 3110 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 GAZ 3110. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3110 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | 3110 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
