1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 490 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK X | 968 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
