1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
