1968 Ford 17 vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
