1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
