1972 Ford Custom vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 36 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Custom | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
