1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 342 kg more than 1978 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 XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
