1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 43 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | MK X | GTO |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
