1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 92 kg more than 1972 Ford Galaxie. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Galaxie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Galaxie | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Galaxie | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
