1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 243 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Scorpio | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |