1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 452 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT 40 | MK II |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |