2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | X-Type | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
