1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar 3.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 3.8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
