1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 37 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), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zodiac | XKR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| 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 | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
