2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 376 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | S-Type | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
