1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
