2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ.

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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ 1972 Jaguar XJ
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJ XJ
Year Released 2007 1972
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 70 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 90 L


 

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