1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1967 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK II | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
