1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Falcon | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XK8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |