2006 Ford GT vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 54 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 225 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.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
