2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 287 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | X-Type | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 602 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |