2007 Ford Territory vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 251 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Territory | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3441 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |
