1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Prefect | XKR |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |