1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 556 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zephyr | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
