1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
