1972 Ford Torino vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 11 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 196 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
