1962 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 797 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Consul | XF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
