1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 220 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1998 Ford Falcon
Make Jaguar Ford
Model XK Falcon
Year Released 1952 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 59 L


 

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