1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
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 (450 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |
