1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 919 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Anglia | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |