1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 644 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |
