1973 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 464 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick. 2009 Jaguar XF 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. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Maverick | XF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
