1974 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 538 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
