1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | MK X |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
