2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 41 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Taurus | MK II |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |