1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Fairlane | MK IX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 3779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |