1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 625 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jaguar MK X 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 X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema, 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 X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK X | Thema |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
