1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
