1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2489 mm |
