1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | LTD | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
