1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK II | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |