1975 Ford Torino vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Torino | MK X |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
