1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 591 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zephyr | XF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
