1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 35 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 71 L |
