2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XKR | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |
