1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 293 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Gran Torino | XK |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |