1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 573 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |