1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 197 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Fairlane | XK |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |