1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Fairlane | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |