1972 Ford Torino vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 22 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
