2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 52 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 164 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | TS-50 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1372 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
