1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Prefect | XKR |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |