1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX

To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 36 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 527 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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 IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 1959 Jaguar MK IX
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Scorpio MK IX
Year Released 1995 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1757 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm


 

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