1972 Ford Torino vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 26 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | Type S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
