1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 47 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (141 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 728 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK IX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
