1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 159 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XK | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2911 mm |
