1954 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1954 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 409 kg more than 1954 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jaguar XK | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Falcon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |