2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJ | Marauder |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3160 mm |