1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK X. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | MK X | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
