1954 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 655 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2004 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Consul | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
