2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2001 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Thunderbird | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
