1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 855 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Prefect | S-Type |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |