1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP) has 404 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 981 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsair | XJ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3157 mm |
