1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 392 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Fairlane | XF |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |