1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 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 141 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 798 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK X | Defender |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
