1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | 3.8 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
