1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 609 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Vedette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |