1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3170 mm |
