1951 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 788 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. 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 XK (541 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Consul | XK |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
