1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 379 kg more than 1961 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zodiac | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
