1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Because 1973 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJ | Taurus |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |