2004 Ford GT vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
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 | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |