2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 53 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 793 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | E-150 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |