1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 82 L |
