1958 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 936 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | XK |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
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 | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 553 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |