2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-450 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 63 L |
