1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1960 Ford Zodiac is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 282 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Zodiac | XK |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |