1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 773 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsair | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
