1968 Ford 17 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar MK V (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 530 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
