1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 37 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 357 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Crown Victoria | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
