1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 35 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
