1966 Jaguar MK X vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 657 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | MK X | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 136 L |
