1974 Ford Capri vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 780 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3060 mm |