1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
