1973 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Maverick | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
