1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
