2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Rover P5B. 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ6 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
