1968 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 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), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 84 L |
