1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 63 L |
