1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 269 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Sierra | XK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |