1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3157 mm |
