1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 436 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | MK X |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |