2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire

To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 498 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar X-Type 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
Make Jaguar Oldsmobile
Model X-Type Jetfire
Year Released 2007 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 3531 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 227 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 71.1 mm
Top Speed 194 km/hour 172 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 60 L


 

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