1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 757 kg more than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK X | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
