1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK 10 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
