2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | E-150 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
