1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 42 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK X. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK X | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK X | XJS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 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 | 1890 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
