1977 Ford LTD vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 495 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | LTD | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
