2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 676 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
