1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 873 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Prefect | S-Type |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 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 | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |