1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 903 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK IX | Defender |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
