1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 54 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 475 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1960 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | 3.8 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
