1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 50 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 161 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | MK IX | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |