2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XK | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3230 mm |