1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Anglia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
