1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 774 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | XJ |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 84 L |
