1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
