1964 Jaguar MK X vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK X | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
