1977 Ford Maverick vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1977 Ford Maverick is newer by 29 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 112 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Maverick | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 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 | 1260 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
