1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | LTD | XK8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |