1971 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | XF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
