1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MK IX | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
