1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 44 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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 Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Indigo | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |