1978 Ford Capri vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 30 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 72 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 179 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | XK |
Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |