2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 61 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-150 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
