1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 993 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2011 Jaguar XF 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. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
