1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 26 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
