1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 233 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Fairlane | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |