1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 789 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Taunus | XK |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |