1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 628 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. 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 XK (553 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Vedette | XK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
