1963 Ford Consul vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 718 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Consul | F-Type |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |