1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-150 | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
