1972 Ford Torino vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 30 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 377 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
