2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | F-350 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |
