2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 285 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Five Hundred | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
