1962 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 902 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Consul | S-Type |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |