1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsair | XKR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
