1969 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 621 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
