1972 Ford Torino vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 519 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | XK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
