1963 Jaguar MK X vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 7 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK X | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK X | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3780 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
