1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2752 mm |
