2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 59 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1948 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford GT 500 1948 Jaguar XK
Make Ford Jaguar
Model GT 500 XK
Year Released 2007 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5409 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 300 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
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


 

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