1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
