1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 26 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK II | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
