1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 456 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | MK X | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
