1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 52 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 426 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Zodiac | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |