1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 774 kg more than 1976 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | MK X | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
