1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. Both 1964 Jaguar MK 10 and 1961 Jaguar MK X are equipped with a 4,235 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 27 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK 10 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
