1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Falcon | MK IX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |