1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 244 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MK X | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |
