1958 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 753 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
