1964 Jaguar MK II vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 30 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (196 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | MK II | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |