2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 270 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJ | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3230 mm |
