1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. Both 1966 Jaguar MK X and 1960 Jaguar MK IX are equipped with a 3,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 91 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK X | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
