2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
