1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 38 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 858 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | MK X | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
