2011 Jaguar XF vs. 1971 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 1971 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XF | Centura |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2680 mm |
