1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XK |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |