1974 Ford Granada vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 283 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Granada | XK |
Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |