1972 Ford Torino vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | XJR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |
