1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
