1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. Both 1970 Ford GT 40 and 2002 Jaguar XK8 are equipped with a 4,195 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1970 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
