2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | Silvia |
Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3033 mm | 2350 mm |