1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 648 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Maverick | XF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2908 mm |
