1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3033 mm |
