1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Scion |
| Model | MK II | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
