1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
