1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 581 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | MK X |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
