1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 23 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 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 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK II | 959 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |