1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 942 kg more than 1960 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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Prefect | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
