1966 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 783 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Consul | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
