2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
