2005 Acura RL vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
