1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 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), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 462 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
