2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJR | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJR | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |