1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 49 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 891 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3032 mm |
