1974 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 725 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | XF |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2908 mm |