1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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 (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 2 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |