1968 Ford GT 40 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 GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 699 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 85 L |