1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK X | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| 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 | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
