1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | MK X | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
