1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | MK II | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |