1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 203 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | MK X |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
