1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | 616 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
