1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Zodiac | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 81 L |
