1969 Ford 17 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1969 Ford 17 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 398 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | 17 | XK |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |