1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1968 Ford Ranchero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 550 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranchero | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
