1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 972 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Anglia | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
