1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | MK II | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
