1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 42 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK IX 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 MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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 MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | MK IX | CL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
