1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette 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 269 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 670 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. 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 1956 Ford Vedette. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Vedette | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1125 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3032 mm |
