2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Silverado | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
