2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (232 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 52 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. 1966 Mercury Cyclone has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Mercury Cyclone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
