2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 XK (411 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
