1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 361 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | MK II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
