1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (241 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK 10 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
