2004 Acura CL vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II

To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.

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2004 Acura CL 1960 Jaguar MK II
Make Acura Jaguar
Model CL MK II
Year Released 2004 1960
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2483 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 90 L