2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | GT 500 | MK II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |