1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK X | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 104 L |
