1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 577 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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 IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | RS 200 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 77 L |