2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | 164 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
