2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 39 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental | MK X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
