1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar XK | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Montego |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |