1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 48 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 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 208 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |