1970 Ford 17 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | 17 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
