1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |
