1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (909 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK IX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
