1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
