1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 501 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |
