1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 897 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Prefect | XJ |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3170 mm |
