1957 Ford 17M vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford 17M | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | 17M | XJS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 377 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |