1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK 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 110 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.
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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK 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 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK X | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
