1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 885 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | 12 M | S-Type |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |