2003 Ford 427 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK.
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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 427 | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
