1967 Ford 17 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 820 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | 17 | XJ |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |