1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | XK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
