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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 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 206 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |