1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 779 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | MK IX | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3779 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |