1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Taunus | S-Type |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |