1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranchero | MK II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
