1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Anglia | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Anglia | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
