1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 Torino. 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 (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3157 mm |
