1970 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri 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 (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. 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 (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
