1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK II | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK II | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
