1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 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) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF 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 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK IX | XF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
