2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 90 L |
