1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |