1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3170 mm |
