1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Thunderbird | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Thunderbird | MK X |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
