2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |