1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | MK X |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
