1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 611 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zodiac | XK |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
