2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 57 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.

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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-350 1952 Jaguar XK
Make Ford Jaguar
Model E-350 XK
Year Released 2009 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 3441 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 15 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5900 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 63 L


 

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