1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK IX | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
