1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | MK VIII | F-350 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |