1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |
