1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Monte Carlo | MK II |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |