1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 12 M | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 71 L |
