2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |