1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 396 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK X | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
