1962 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Consul | XK8 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |