1955 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Consul | XJ |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3032 mm |