1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 44 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK IX | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
