2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ6 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
