1953 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 995 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. 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 XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Anglia | XKR |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |